Navigating Complexities of Parkinson's through Interprofessional Care

This interactive, case-based course explores how an interprofessional approach to Parkinson’s disease care improves outcomes, enhances communication, and honors each person's preferences throughout their journey.

Through three real-world scenarios, the course highlights individuals with Parkinson’s at different stages of the disease - each with unique needs, support systems, and care teams.

Syllabus (90 mins)

Navigating Complexities of Parkinson's through Interprofessional Care

I. Introduction
II. Elisabeta
III. Arnie I
IV. Arnie II
V. Arnie Team Meeting
VI. Mary I
VII. Mary II
VIII. Conclusion

References, Tools and Resources

Quiz

Evaluation

Credit Claiming and Certificate

Note: The scenarios in the course are based on realistic situations. While there are people with Parkinson’s in the course video, the scenarios do not depict their journeys. The patient history, verbalized or written, is fictional and created solely for educational purposes.

Target Audience

This course is designed to meet the educational needs of:

Physicians
Nurses
Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
Physician Assistants
Psychologists
Social Workers
Dentists and Allied Dental Staff
Speech-Language Pathologists
Physical Therapists
Occupational Therapists
Exercise Professionals

Learning Objectives

At the end of the activity, learners will be able to

Recognize the significance of an interprofessional care approach for people with Parkinson’s throughout the course of their disease.
Distinguish the roles of key team members within an interprofessional team caring for people with Parkinson’s.
Select relevant proactive approaches to enhance patient-centered care for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners.

Course summary

Available credit:

1.50 AAPA Category I CME
1.50 ACE CEC
1.50 ACPE Pharmacy
1.50 ADA
1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
1.50 ANCC
1.50 APA
0.10 ASHA CE
1.50 ASWB ACE
1.50 Completion
1.50 IPCE Credit™
1.00 Occupational Therapist
1.00 Physical Therapist

Course opens:

07/06/2025

Course expires:

08/04/2028

Rating:

Parkinson’s Foundation adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers, or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Faculty Members

Erika Adelman, LCSW, SIFI has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Erika is the Neurology Social Work Manager, Movement Disorders Social Worker, and Center of Excellence Coordinator for Parkinson's Foundation and CurePSP at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She also provides counseling for people living with PD through her private practice as well as facilitates support groups for people with PD and care partners.

Chelsea Ferrer has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Chelsea is a graduate of the University of Virginia and a co-owner of Rigquipment Finance, a small business lending company specializing in the fitness industry. With a strong background in sales and entrepreneurship, Chelsea is passionate about building relationships and helping businesses grow.

Adriana Gonzalez, LCSW has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Adriana is a Social Worker at the Parkinson and other Movement Disorders Center at the University of California, San Diego. Adriana works collaboratively with the Center team to meet the changing needs of people living with a movement disorder and their family. As part of her work, she has developed a Latino outreach program and collaborated with support groups and community organizations to provide education about Parkinson’s disease.

Glenn Kasman, MS has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Glenn is a person living with Parkinson’s Disease and volunteers in numerous initiatives and programs with the Parkinson’s Foundation and other Parkinson’s-related professional associations. He is a retired healthcare executive, having served as President and Market Leader for the East Region of MultiCare Health System. He began his career as a physical therapist and co-authored text materials on kinesiological surface electromyography and musculoskeletal pain, and presented extensively on clinical topics in national and international settings.

Kristi LaMonica, PhD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Kristi is a tenured associate Professor of Biology and Health Sciences and was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD) after a circuitous journey leading to diagnosis. She is a YOPD advocate and woman’s advocate. Her lab studies women and Parkinson’s and Parkinson’s in lower economic areas.

Laura Olmos has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Laura is a Parkinson's Ambassador with the David Phinney Foundation and Parkinson's Ambassador for the World Parkinson's Congress WPC 2026. She was diagnosed with Parkinson's at the age of 40. She founded Parkinson Laredo as a Facebook group during COVID pandemic and after that as an in-person support group too. Her commitment extends to participation in local, national and international events related to Parkinson's, awareness. Laura loves time with family and friends, practicing yoga, painting, traveling and outdoor activities.

Margie Zimmerman, CNFP has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Margie Zimmerman is a certified family nurse practitioner with over 23 years of clinical experience to include multiple assignments in rural Alaska. She has taught in the undergraduate and graduate level nursing programs at accredited universities. She is an army veteran, has lived in multiple locations around the world, and is the mother of seven children. Margie has been actively involved with several PD programs since her diagnosis with Parkinson’s in 2010. She is currently serving a 2-year term as one of the 2026 World Parkinson Coalition Ambassadors.

Activity Directors

Erika Adelman, LCSW, SIF has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Adriana Gonzalez, LCSW has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Planning Committee

David Bertram, PsyD, LP  has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Nina Browner, MD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Joellyn Fox, PT, DPT has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Charlene Heavener, RN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Joan Hlas, MSW, LISW has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Erika Jacumin, PA-C has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Corinne Jones, MA, CCC-SLP has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Kristine Meldrum, BA, ACE has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Morgan Olhausen, PharmD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Rachel Rose, OTR/L has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Randolph Todd, DMD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

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